Luther Vandross - Give Me the Reason (Live at The Royal Albert Hall)

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  • Опубліковано 12 лют 2015
  • Watch this live performance of 'Give Me the Reason', released on Luther Vandross' Grammy nominated 1986 album of the same name, Give Me the Reason.
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    Lyrics:
    What's there to say, there's not much to talk about
    And whatever happened to all of the love that we vowed
    Yes, it's true
    And there's nothing new
    You can say
    Give me the reason to want you back
    Why should I love you again
    Do you know, tell me how
    How to forgive and forget
    Luther Vandross was a musical master whose style has influenced an entire generation of today's vocalists. His distinctive brand of satin smooth vocal magic moved international audiences and continues to touch people to this day. For almost 25 years, from 1981 to 2005, Luther Vandross dominated the American R&B music charts like no other artist before or since. In that span he released eight #1 R&B albums, seven #1 R&B singles and another five Top 20 R&B singles. He achieved crossover status with eight Billboard Top 10 albums, including reaching #1 with 2003's Dance With My Father; and another five Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 singles.

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  • @justanadams9430
    @justanadams9430 Місяць тому +5

    He definitely deserves to be inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame

  • @ClintScottFischer
    @ClintScottFischer 4 роки тому +161

    How could anyone not love this man? Miss him so much.

  • @alexanderdiaz1
    @alexanderdiaz1 5 років тому +352

    Luther had the best backup singers in the entire history of the music business. He knew how to pick them...I mean just listen to them, and Lisa Fischer hitting that high note. Yes!!!

    • @jacovbtarver7052
      @jacovbtarver7052 5 років тому +31

      Yeah Lisa is so underrated!

    • @annanelspn6386
      @annanelspn6386 5 років тому +12

      Great Singer with a magnificent Voice

    • @brendajackson13
      @brendajackson13 3 роки тому +6

      I say the same thing to everyone willing to listen! They are incredible!

    • @jontymo
      @jontymo 3 роки тому +19

      Lisa is probably the best backing singer of all time - Luther/Rolling Stones/Tina Turner and many more. What a class act!

    • @bethmancke7008
      @bethmancke7008 3 роки тому +6

      Yes they are great but you can still hear him over them because he is so powerful!

  • @dwdvids8303
    @dwdvids8303 Рік тому +41

    I love his background singers. They are spark and right on point. Amazing singers.

    • @kdd3051
      @kdd3051 Рік тому +3

      Luther began as a backup singer himself. He knew what to look for and picked them well!!! Luther❤❤❤ RIP

  • @sinesiphotom8380
    @sinesiphotom8380 2 роки тому +20

    The dislikes must be disliking themselves.. This live version sounds even better than the record..

  • @orationi
    @orationi 3 роки тому +67

    It’s rare for many artists to sound like their records and he’s pulls it off beautifully. Nice!

  • @paulc3035
    @paulc3035 4 роки тому +147

    Luther’s voice is so smooth and his singing is just effortless. Pure legend.

  • @Naturalnlvnit
    @Naturalnlvnit 3 роки тому +67

    His concerts were an experience. Pure class! I remember the first time I saw him, I was in shock through most of the show. Couple of years later I attended with someone else who was attending for the first time and got to watch them experience that same feeling of awe. RIP Luther. Love you. Miss you.

  • @choostychoosty82
    @choostychoosty82 4 роки тому +51

    This is a masterclass of showmanship and pure vocal talent

    • @georgiacarrasco808
      @georgiacarrasco808 4 місяці тому

      What a wonderful entertainer he was! And a voice to melt the heart! Was infatuated before, and I get emotional just listening to him....and I am in my 70s. Always loved me some Luther!! Rest in peace and sing with the angels, dear Luther!!❤

  • @verlisiarailey422
    @verlisiarailey422 Рік тому +7

    There will never be another like you, Luther. I miss you so much😢

  • @thomaslloyd4086
    @thomaslloyd4086 5 років тому +48

    This man was such a genius!

  • @Underhills
    @Underhills 8 років тому +197

    Luther always interacted with his backing vocalists. I think he always wanted to make sure they felt respected as he was a backing vocalist himself for many years. For David Bowie and Change.

    • @MaryJBligeTheQueen
      @MaryJBligeTheQueen 7 років тому +17

      Luther was not a backing vocalist for Change, he was the featured lead vocalist on 'Searching' and the 'Glow Of Love'.

    • @Garcelle1987
      @Garcelle1987 6 років тому +7

      ventende Lisa Fischer, the bg vocalist he was being playful with said he encouraged her to pursue her solo career

    • @buyiepankiemvulani9496
      @buyiepankiemvulani9496 5 років тому +2

      And her relationship with Aretha Franklin how its started coz I was under the impression that he did backing vocals for her at some point

    • @ssinssg
      @ssinssg 4 роки тому +8

      Luther sang background for everyone. Can hear him on Chaka Khan's Papillon as well. Imagine having that talent backing you up!

    • @jamesmelton7413
      @jamesmelton7413 4 роки тому +1

      Mary J Blige, Everyone Knows The Queen Is Me MJB that part

  • @johncodee9175
    @johncodee9175 7 років тому +281

    Love how Luther starts off his vocals in the right key (to a tee) when he sings: "What's there to say, there's not much to talk about" before the music kicks back in. One of the best vocalists of all time by far! A one-off! 🎤

  • @susandockery1838
    @susandockery1838 Рік тому +4

    Luther Vandross was the BEST male vocalist there has ever been. One other man can compete with his voice. And Karen carpenter was the best female vocalist. Hands down.

  • @daniellecastillo6724
    @daniellecastillo6724 2 роки тому +9

    Honey voice. By far one of the best vocalist who ever lived

  • @Hey-tw5lw
    @Hey-tw5lw Місяць тому +2

    He was so fantastic, classy, wonderful. Sorely missed.

  • @Harlem.Sweetie
    @Harlem.Sweetie 2 роки тому +21

    Luther was in his prime here, totally uplifting in “Little Miracles “ and in his element in “Take You Out” . He can never be replaced. RIP, dear Luther. 🎤🎼🎶

  • @m-possible1173
    @m-possible1173 4 роки тому +23

    Luther was the bomb 💣 he looked good no matter his weight!
    It was all in that anointed velvety voice! 🤗💕 I am so sorry 👈🏾I never got a chance to see him perform live.

  • @Garcelle1987
    @Garcelle1987 6 років тому +51

    Awww Luther looked so proud of Lisa Fischer when she hit that high note

  • @Mouser21
    @Mouser21 5 років тому +52

    I’ve been to A LOT of concerts and I have to say his were the very best of any I’ve seen. Just beautiful visually, singing on point , actually cried at one of his concerts. A lot of emotions...miss him still and always💔💔🙏🏽

  • @constanceescobar58
    @constanceescobar58 6 років тому +108

    Classy! Luther always sounded as good in concert as he did on the recording.

    • @emmanuelferguson5604
      @emmanuelferguson5604 6 років тому +7

      Constance Escobar yeah that's why I love his live records!!!

  • @omoijade
    @omoijade 6 років тому +50

    Wow! My favourite singer of all time. Unfortunately, I never had the chance to watch him perform live. His live performances were as good as his studio recordings. So long, Luther!

  • @GoddessYolan
    @GoddessYolan 5 років тому +26

    There's no denying that lisa was his favorite! After she hit that high note @4:30-4:38 she was looking at him like "did I do good daddy?" And he gave his nod of approval like yes baby, it was perfect

  • @shuttlemasterbkg
    @shuttlemasterbkg 8 років тому +77

    Damn that man could sing! R.I.P.

    • @jacovbtarver7052
      @jacovbtarver7052 5 років тому +1

      @Claudia Vlahović where the hell you been?

  • @geraldinespinelli3975
    @geraldinespinelli3975 7 років тому +298

    HE IS BY FAR THE GREATEST SINGER OF ALL TIME JUST LOVE HIM

    • @younggod3906
      @younggod3906 4 роки тому +3

      Geraldine Spinelli Facts

    • @boughtinerror
      @boughtinerror 4 роки тому +4

      @@younggod3906 I was brought up on Luther's music playing on repeat.
      I had a tough experience as a kid and this guys voice used to make me chill out and feel comfort.
      I'm a 35 year old man now with 2 kids of my own & still his music brings back memories of being a kid and blocking stuff out with his tunes on full blast.
      Crazy to think luther recorded his tunes in the USA and there was this scrawny 8 year old kid in manchester uk playing his tunes in his room loud enough to block out the shouting.

    • @anthonyvaughan6470
      @anthonyvaughan6470 4 роки тому +2

      HE HAD AN AMAZING HIGH RANGE !!!

    • @worldwidebirthdaycelebrations
      @worldwidebirthdaycelebrations 3 роки тому +2

      They should have hired you to introduce him at his concerts, when he was alive! I felt that!!!

    • @anitakos1375
      @anitakos1375 3 роки тому +1

      This is everything!! I love him too!!

  • @ThejazzworldExoticDJ
    @ThejazzworldExoticDJ 6 років тому +92

    His shows were second to none. Entertainment at its best.

    • @carolegray6835
      @carolegray6835 5 років тому +1

      Love you Luther wish you were still with us saw you at Wembley so handsome a Princex

    • @younggod3906
      @younggod3906 4 роки тому

      The Two Minute Holler facts

    • @maryannestewart2384
      @maryannestewart2384 4 роки тому +3

      I was just thinking I wish there was performances and concerts like this now! ✌

  • @davemartin6666
    @davemartin6666 4 роки тому +16

    Had the pleasure of seeing luther in concert on six occasions the man is a Legend simply the very best

  • @paulwood9082
    @paulwood9082 3 роки тому +18

    I was luck to have seen him three times in concert, the man was a performer with the greatest voice I have ever heard, so many great times.

  • @stevencole4602
    @stevencole4602 2 роки тому +6

    You cannot be born called Luther Vandross without being a fantastic singer....the name was meant to be on the cover of best sellers.

  • @luismedinag.6944
    @luismedinag.6944 2 роки тому +3

    Music that not coming back. Pure gold

  • @kimsoolee1880
    @kimsoolee1880 2 роки тому +2

    Those outfits dayummmm classy

  • @DernLud
    @DernLud 6 років тому +42

    Best harmonies around.. The full Luther experience was like no other.

  • @studiophonic
    @studiophonic 4 роки тому +7

    hello from a french in Paris 15é, excuse my poor american.
    The words are enough.
    Bravo Bravo Bravo LV

  • @melodymarshall6183
    @melodymarshall6183 5 років тому +38

    Miss those days, I was in my 30's.. Life was much more simpler, and enjoyable and so was love, alot more simple

  • @Cwm368
    @Cwm368 7 років тому +41

    My Dad saw him live and said he was very warm and had good humor. He interacted well with his audience.

  • @davidillingsworth3300
    @davidillingsworth3300 4 роки тому +9

    I remember seeing Luther at Manchester Apollo back in the 80's and him opening up with this song. Someone threw a towel on his head whilst he was in mid song and he nearly walked. Luckily he resumed and gave a faultless performance.
    I'm now 54 and seen countless artists in venues large and small. However no other singer or band has ever been his equal and probably never will. I feel very fortunate to have experienced such an amazing concert. RIP Luther

    • @jospinvanraat8730
      @jospinvanraat8730 3 роки тому +1

      I agree, he was fantasic! I travelled to Birmingham for him! ❤️️

  • @greatdaddy4710
    @greatdaddy4710 5 років тому +33

    I LOVE THE GOOD VIBE HE HAD WITH HIS BACK UP SINGERS, ESPECIALLY LISA FISCHER!!!

  • @tamikamcfarlane1073
    @tamikamcfarlane1073 6 років тому +68

    The vocals are divine!

  • @anitakos1375
    @anitakos1375 3 роки тому +12

    I just got shivers!! So powerful and magical!! There will never be another Luther V! Rest in heaven sweet angel!!

  • @wandasistarealevans8141
    @wandasistarealevans8141 4 місяці тому +1

    I miss his voice so much

  • @user-dx5pu9tt3q
    @user-dx5pu9tt3q 2 місяці тому

    Luther Just Gave it Us to ! That don’t happen any more the Glamorous , The Costumes , Singing , no Stage Trickery . One Of the Best 🎉❤! Love you Luther !

  • @darrylmccants7280
    @darrylmccants7280 3 роки тому +11

    I was lucky to have seen Luther Vandross twice. I have to say both times were the best concerts I’ve seen. The production, the singers, the musicians all came together and made it a night to remember. We all miss you, and have cherished memories to last a life time. Thank you!

  • @ArielBOfficial_
    @ArielBOfficial_ 8 років тому +46

    My childhood right here!!!! Thank you Luther ❤❤❤❤

  • @travislynnbowser8065
    @travislynnbowser8065 7 років тому +100

    Grew up on him. My mom was so crazy over him, she cut off all her hair and went to his concert with her hair cut exactly like his

    • @younggod3906
      @younggod3906 4 роки тому +1

      All time great singer & performer. My favorite singer

    • @michellemealey2569
      @michellemealey2569 4 роки тому +7

      Your mum sounds amazing 😊

    • @teachme2183
      @teachme2183 3 роки тому +5

      Girl my mom loved Luther too. Everytime his songs came on she would scream "Luttthhherrr" like she was at a live concert. Lol. Lovely memories 💖

  • @pocahontas7774
    @pocahontas7774 2 роки тому +11

    I love him live better than I love his recordings 😭❤️

  • @daxmcguinness4529
    @daxmcguinness4529 7 місяців тому +1

    His voice was just effortless. He could have sang lying down - A lost genius.

  • @GermonoToussaint
    @GermonoToussaint 3 роки тому +4

    I feel like his was his happiest concert. He was so playful.

  • @gabychavrimootoo1968
    @gabychavrimootoo1968 4 роки тому +7

    Still here listening in 2020 🙌🏽

  • @djmacjamz
    @djmacjamz 9 місяців тому +1

    This is the true definition of perfection. The band! The backup singers including Lisa Fischer! And last but not least Mr. Luther Vandross 🙌🏾

  • @mandisabruce5866
    @mandisabruce5866 Рік тому +1

    We need a movie!!!

  • @RogueWJL
    @RogueWJL 6 місяців тому +1

    Heaven on earth. ❤

  • @simonbrennan888
    @simonbrennan888 Рік тому +1

    How he just began the song,one awesome brother!

  • @TerryOnDemand
    @TerryOnDemand 5 років тому +3

    Now THIS is how ya show up to perform! Show up in sparkle an ballgowns!

  • @rugbydazz2264
    @rugbydazz2264 2 роки тому +2

    His shows were always sell out over here in the UK and I'm taking huge venues, as big as you've got over there in US, he did really well over here, I think he liked it here, in terms of touring.

  • @cecilthornton9272
    @cecilthornton9272 8 років тому +30

    luther vandross music is the soundtrack of my life :)

  • @boogiedownbx4life589
    @boogiedownbx4life589 2 роки тому +2

    2 sets of bg singers - perfection in harmony n vocal arrangement Peace

  • @patritablackston2064
    @patritablackston2064 2 роки тому +3

    Luther Vandross, was the epitome of brilliant ! Love and miss you so much Luther.💕💕

  • @annaelvis3138
    @annaelvis3138 2 роки тому +1

    Luther fantastic.What's voice best vocalist.Sooooooooo Great Great Great.Wonderful costumes.R.I.P. sing with the Angel yuo are Great Forever.

  • @julioenriquesantos411
    @julioenriquesantos411 4 роки тому +3

    I saw him back in the early 90's Anita Baker was the opening act. What a soulfull concert was that a magical night !!

  • @bradcheathamsr2142
    @bradcheathamsr2142 Рік тому +1

    Man I just realized how much I miss the brand of your music 🎶 Rest well my brother 🙏🏾

  • @cathleanjohnson675
    @cathleanjohnson675 Рік тому

    One of the best to ever do it, a blessed witness to have been around when he had his heyday, gone but forever remembered..

  • @vsmith4710
    @vsmith4710 5 років тому +12

    Still listening June 2019... V from the UK. Simply classy ...

  • @nancyforoughi5517
    @nancyforoughi5517 5 років тому +21

    A voice like no other!

  • @marciarobinson8200
    @marciarobinson8200 8 місяців тому

    Wow this man never stop defeating the odds with his voice and his songs☝️🌍🌹💪 from Marcia Parris Robinson

  • @johnwanjiku420
    @johnwanjiku420 3 роки тому +2

    Listening during the #Covid 19 lockdown. Who is with me?

  • @jefferymiller9931
    @jefferymiller9931 2 роки тому +1

    His music is needed right now luv always you an miss Ross for everyone

  • @jungle1969
    @jungle1969 6 років тому +31

    What can you say ? this guy ruled the crowd, how I wish I had went to London to see him at Wembley Arena !
    RIP Brother !

  • @jospinvanraat8730
    @jospinvanraat8730 3 роки тому +2

    Fabulous Luther!! ❤️️❤️️❤️️ Fabulous !❤️️ And the vocalistes!! ❤️️Lisa❤️️ aaaa Fischer!!❤️️❤️️❤️️

  • @neildawson2845
    @neildawson2845 7 років тому +25

    Brilliant, legend!!!! 🙌👍

  • @heatherporterlp1007
    @heatherporterlp1007 Рік тому

    POINT BLANK PERIOD
    LUTHER R. VANDROSS 😘

  • @josephooko7341
    @josephooko7341 8 років тому +14

    Love Luther Vandros since my teenage

  • @xstanadu
    @xstanadu 4 роки тому +7

    The VERY BEST ⭐️ Luther Vandross ⭐️
    No one can compare with his amazing vocals ⭐️ He surrounded himself with the very BEST singers ! Miss his music

  • @khalilantonio6281
    @khalilantonio6281 3 роки тому +1

    This is what real music artist .. is second to none .. this is music theory at its best ... the music industry now is infected

  • @morpheusspirit6609
    @morpheusspirit6609 9 місяців тому +1

    Just think for a moment of what a great privilege it must of been to be in that audience… dancing in your seat!! 🎼🎶🎵 His concerts were always absolutely amazing!! Luther has an incredible voice and very talented backing singers.

  • @choostychoosty82
    @choostychoosty82 Рік тому

    Coming backnto this one picking up on my old comment, F**K this is so GOOD what a vibe, taking the adulation from the crowd and then delivering 100%

  • @LGKids
    @LGKids Рік тому

    Fell in love with My Future Wife the day after his concert! I wish I could have rewinded time and took her! Peace!

  • @lisamartin1621
    @lisamartin1621 2 роки тому +1

    Lurhee vandross what a legend I love this man so much the voice of a pure angel and gorgeous too my all time favourite always and forever rip Luther love you Lisa martin in the uk xxxx

  • @anthonyvaughan4853
    @anthonyvaughan4853 6 років тому +16

    ONE OF HIS BEST EVER !!!!!

  • @theresasantos-xt5be
    @theresasantos-xt5be 3 місяці тому

    Beautiful concert. Excellent vocals as always, and i wad elated to be able to hear him and his backup group. Very delightful.

  • @dtrn254
    @dtrn254 5 років тому +7

    Just like the recording. Amazing talent.

  • @meemeethecat7391
    @meemeethecat7391 Рік тому

    Never missed none of his shows when he came to my state
    Patti commodores or Graham Central Station. Love the ojays Brian Mcknight and Peabo Bryson. But never seen them in person. But love them all.

  • @streetsoundselectro124
    @streetsoundselectro124 4 роки тому +5

    Just magical. By far the best male voice ever I my life. Wow

  • @anitakos1375
    @anitakos1375 3 роки тому +7

    I’m sad I couldn’t see him perform in concert. He was a real treasure! Thanks for your amazing voice smooth as silk! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @50ways2leave5
    @50ways2leave5 6 років тому +12

    Stellar performance, I expected nothing less RIP we love u & miss u🔥🔥🔥

  • @angelapriest2762
    @angelapriest2762 2 роки тому +1

    I would have love to have seen him as a judge for The Voice…omg can you imagine. Legend and one and only Luther!

  • @julieheggs1566
    @julieheggs1566 8 років тому +17

    always loved him always will xxxx

  • @reley6392
    @reley6392 3 роки тому +3

    We still love you Luther, real music lives on

  • @jameswhite7997
    @jameswhite7997 4 роки тому +3

    Luther = perfection.

  • @tshidimaswanganye3887
    @tshidimaswanganye3887 6 років тому +8

    Give me the reason....love you Luther...thanks for sharing your gift

  • @janicecampbell6898
    @janicecampbell6898 4 роки тому +8

    It's Friday, May 15, 2020, still Loving to listen to See the Astonishing performances of the Talented Luther Vandross, whose Live performances are such Awesome with those Dressed in Blitz and Blamour Background singers who accompany him in his Songs so Beautifully !! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @mitchwatts2839
    @mitchwatts2839 4 роки тому +2

    I love this man...

  • @angeleteashley7830
    @angeleteashley7830 4 роки тому +7

    It's 2019 and he's still missed!

    • @florencemiller7826
      @florencemiller7826 2 роки тому

      It's 2021 and he'll be missed by me FOREVER I absolutely LOVE MY LUTHER 💋❤️💋❤️

  • @anthonyvaughan4853
    @anthonyvaughan4853 6 років тому +8

    VANDROSS AT HIS BEST / THE MAESTRO , WITH A TURN OF PHRASE !!!!!!

  • @junieflores1675
    @junieflores1675 2 роки тому +2

    Check the audience out! I see people of all colors!

  • @sonsoffunk4437
    @sonsoffunk4437 10 місяців тому +1

    BLACK EXCELLENCE PERSONIFIED X 💯

  • @lauralkuczwara7627
    @lauralkuczwara7627 Рік тому

    wish I saw him in concert, Love his music, voice was amazing

  • @florentiabunn1269
    @florentiabunn1269 6 років тому +12

    saw him in the round no one could touch his vocals amazing chicago misses u.

  • @dawnhastie8163
    @dawnhastie8163 6 років тому +8

    Love u Luther fan since change saw u in 87 always in my heart xx

  • @adelejenkins2172
    @adelejenkins2172 9 років тому +23

    untouchable

  • @victoroburu9642
    @victoroburu9642 4 роки тому +4

    the greatest of them all